Home remedy for vomiting

My son has not eaten since breakfast yesterday, he has vomited 7 times in less than 2 hours, what should I do? he is trying to eat crackers, but tummy hurts and can not hold anything down
(26 Mar 2008)

An important point to remember is that vomiting and nausea are symptoms of an existing medical condition and is not a specific illness. The sensation that the stomach needs to empty itself and the act of throwing up are signs of various underlying diseases causing the symptom. It is strongly advised to consult a doctor immediately, especially if the child has been continuously vomiting and is complaining of stomach ache.

One important step to take before the doctor arrives is to ensure that the child is hydrated. Allow the child to have small quantities of water or tiny sips of freshly squeezed lemon juice in order to maintain the electrolytes in the body. Throwing up a number of times during the day can result in severe electrolyte imbalance in the body and may cause a situation of intense dehydration.

Some of the more important causes of nausea and vomiting are

acute gastritis

disorders of the central nervous system

stomach illnesses

specific medication causing adverse allergic reactions

obstruction in the bowel

stomach infections

food poisoning

peptic ulcer disease

reflux disease

head injuries

Gall bladder disease

renal diseases

eating disorders

overwhelming body infection spread through the bloodstream

side-effects from specific medications

pyloric stenosis, or narrowing of the pyloric sphincter that blocks the passage of food from the stomach into the duodenum

In order to rest the stomach and at the same time avoid dehydration, the child must be administered clear fluids for the first 24 hours of any illness. Some types of clear fluids that are easy for the stomach to absorb include lukewarm water, lukewarm clear soups or broth or popsicles. Do not let the child take in too much fluid at one particular time as it is likely to cause the nausea to worsen. Avoid milk products completely as the enzymes in the milk can cause the stomach to become intolerant towards lactose.

It is important to access medical care as soon as possible especially if the symptoms have lasted for more than 24 hours. If the patient starts to show signs of dehydration and the diagnosis seems uncertain it may cause the patient to become extremely fragile and the child may begin to develop an inability to tolerate fluids. Hence a healthcare provider must be contacted immediately in order to prevent an emergency situation.

answered by G M on 10 Mar 2010, 7:06:31

Natural Cure for Vomiting

Expulsion of the intestinal contents, due to the contraction of the stomach muscles is vomiting. The cause has to be determined. Underlying infection and indigestion causes vomiting. Gastroenteritis and food poisoning also contributes to vomiting. Vomiting results in loss of electrolytes and dehydration. Weakness and fatigue are the common symptoms. Seven times is considerably high and requires immediate medical attention.

Oral re hydration solution is the immediate solution for speedy recovery. Liquid diet is recommended to replace the lost nutrients. Liquids at room temperature are preferred. Citrus juices are not included. Rest is one of the most effective remedies for vomiting. The body gains more strength to face the microbes and fight them. A cold compress on the head is quiet helpful in relieving the weakness and fatigue. Aspirin containing substances are completely avoided, as they irritate the stomach.

Electrolyte balance is replenished by supplementation of liquids. Check out for sports drinks, as they are comfortable to the stomach. Diluting the same with water is also effective. Smelling a cut lemon is also proved to be useful. Four parts of sugar with one part of salt in a litre of water is a homemade oral re hydration solution. A teaspoon of mint juice, honey and lime juice with half a teaspoon of ginger juice is an effective remedy.

answered by Dr C on 26 Mar 2008, 12:08:03

Home remedy for vomiting

My son has not eaten since breakfast yesterday, he has vomited 7 times in less than 2 hours, what should I do? he is trying to eat crackers, but tummy hurts and can not hold anything down (26 Mar 2008)

My son has not eaten since breakfast yesterday, he has vomited 7 times in less than 2 hours, what should I do? he is trying to eat crackers, but tummy hurts and can not hold anything down
(26 Mar 2008)